Homotype
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhɒmətaɪp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Homotype is a noun meaning (biology) That which has the same fundamental type of structure as something else.
Meaning
(biology) That which has the same fundamental type of structure as something else.
Example Sentences
humerus is the homotype of femur
One arm is the homotype of the other.
The right arm is the homotype of the right leg.
Word Forms
- homotypes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include homogeny, homomorphism, homology, homeotype, homologue, homoeotype.
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